April 2024

As part of its continuous environmental improvement efforts, Shure is a member of the Sustainable Packaging Coalition. With more than 1,500 different packaging pieces for a variety of different products, converting to sustainable packaging is a significant undertaking, especially for high-performance electronic equipment which is shipped to various locations globally to reach customers all over the world. 

Key sustainable packaging initiatives include:

•      Replacing thermoform trays with more sustainable, recyclable alternatives such as molded pulp.

Strategic alliance between both parties
The essence of this strategic alliance focuses on the joint effort to produce pulp materials directly applicable to the papermaking and fiber cast packaging industries. Become together PAPACKS® and EMBA® aim to utilize a diverse range of renewable resources such as eucalyptus, bamboo, sugar cane, industrial hemp and agricultural waste. What is particularly noteworthy is that the partnership builds on the successful track record of joint development projects, particularly in the area of ​​industrial hemp.

Dow and The Procter & Gamble Company have unveiled a joint development agreement (JDA) aimed at pioneering a novel recycling technology. The objective is to facilitate the efficient conversion of challenging-to-recycle plastic packaging into recycled polyethylene of nearly virgin quality, with a minimized greenhouse gas emissions footprint.

A mix of retailers, sole traders and social enterprises have signed up for the Green Street Pioneers Scheme, which offers grants, support and advice on how businesses can proactively champion sustainability in house and with customers, lessening their impact on the planet.